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Senior Policy Advisor with 10+ years of public service experience shaping inclusion strategies.
MBE honouree recognised for advancing racial equality and community engagement.
TEDx speaker spotlighting the intersection of ADHD and racial identity.
Former Management Lead of BAMEnet, empowering Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic staff in government.
Named Top 50 Influential Neurodivergent Women 2022, advocating for underrepresented voices.
Abigail Agyei is a leading voice in racial equality and inclusion across the UK public sector. With over a decade of experience in policy, strategy, and community engagement, Abigail has played a vital role in shaping government initiatives that support Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. She is now available to hire as a keynote speaker to share her lived experience and expertise on racial inequality, intersectionality, and inclusive policy.
Currently a Senior Policy Advisor at the Department of Health and Social Care, Abigail works to improve interdisciplinary workforce training across the health sector. Previously, she served in pivotal roles within the Home Office, Ministry of Justice, and Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, where she led award-winning work empowering ethnic minority staff. Her leadership of BAMEnet, a celebrated employee network, and her advisory role in the Race, Equality and Community Engagement Team, helped the UK meet its race equality commitments and support underserved communities.
Abigail is known for bridging policy and lived experience, especially as a Black neurodivergent woman. A vocal advocate for intersectionality, she was named one of the Top 50 Influential Neurodivergent Women in 2022. Her acclaimed TEDx talk, “Yes, Black Women Have ADHD Too and Need Your Attention!”, explores the systemic barriers facing Black women in healthcare and diagnosis. Through her newsletter “As an ADHDer” and her LinkedIn Creator Accelerator work, she amplifies the voices of Black and neurodivergent individuals, especially those underrepresented in traditional media and policy.
Awarded an MBE in the 2022 New Year Honours list, Abigail’s work has been recognised at the highest levels. She has spoken for major organisations such as HSBC, PwC, and the BBC, and served twice as a UN Women UK delegate. Her speaking style is bold, informed, and deeply empathetic, drawing on personal and professional insight to move audiences into action.
If your organisation is looking to spark meaningful conversations on racial inequality, representation and inclusive leadership, Abigail Agyei delivers keynotes that challenge, educate and inspire. Enquire now to book this powerful voice for your next event.
Abigail Agyei is regularly booked to engage audiences at events, read their latest feedback below:
“Abby is an absolutely amazing public speaker, passionate about diversity and inclusion, building community integration and inclusive policy making.”
“The following Hillary Clinton quote describes Abigail – “Always aim high, work hard, and care deeply about what you believe in. And, when you stumble, keep faith. And, when you’re knocked down, get right back up and never listen to anyone who says you can’t or shouldn’t go on.” She aimed high and so deserved her recent accolade to be called a “rising star”. Her determination and her passion are her strength and I truly believe that this is only the beginning. Her voice, I believe and expect, will continue to empower diverse talent to think differently and share their experiences and perspectives, which for many organisation is a key driver for innovation, development and engagement.”
“I had the pleasure of working with Abigail at a recent DODS Leadership event where she spoke about leading from the middle….. Abigail’s insights, wisdom and practicable advice were both inspirational and edifying. Thanks Abigail for ALL that you do!!!! Stay well, the world needs you. #InvolveToEvolve”
“Abigail Aqyei was a superb speaker, with authentic insight and sage advice. It was a tremendous privilege to have her speak on ‘Leading from the middle: having impact at any grade’ at our BAME into Leadership conference. She also received bundles of excellent delegate feedback, and, was an absolute delight to work with. We look forward to working with Abigail again.”
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